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Lesson 1: Tell Me

In Lesson 1 I start by teaching you a basic blues shuffle, ala "Tell Me" by Stevie Ray Vaughan. Then I show you two techniques to make it more interesting by adding in additional notes to the basic pattern.

Next I show you how to apply the pattern to a 12-bar progression, first in the Key of B, then in several other keys. In each key you'll learn several ways to find the I, IV, and V positions and why you might choose one over another.

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Lesson 2: Ledbetter Heights

In Lesson 2 we look at a groove heard in "Ledbetter Heights" by Kenny Wayne Shepherd. I start by showing you a basic version of the groove, then how to apply it to a 12-bar progression. We start in the key of E, and you'll learn how to shift the opening lick to a different spot on the fretboard because of the open strings.

Lastly, I show you how to use the rhythm in the key of B, which opens up several different ways to play the same fundamental rhythm, applicable to any non-open key.

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Lesson 3: Mannish Boy

In Lesson 3 I break down the signature rhythm heard in Mannish Boy by Muddy Waters. Because this rhythm is so simple, I teach you several ways to play it, with single notes, and with chords. We focus on the key of A at first, then move to the key of E.

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Lesson 5: Good Morning Little Schoolgirl

In Lesson 5 I show you how to play the signature rhythm from "Good Morning Little Schoolgirl" recorded by Junior Wells with Buddy Guy. I start with the most basic version then show you a couple techniques to make it more polished. Then I show you how to play it over a 12-bar progression in the key of A.

Lastly we move to the key of E and I show you how Kenny Wayne Shepherd expanded on this rhythm for his song "True Lies."